TASTY 20 Min Geera Chicken | Cumin Chicken

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat without the extreme spiciness of scotch bonnet.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and remain juicy during cooking.

cumin

💰Cheaper: ground coriander

Ground coriander offers a similar warm flavor profile.

Rinse the chicken with the juice of a lime and a lemon, then pat dry.

Slice the chicken, removing any extra fat as desired.

Season the chicken with 2 tablespoons of cumin powder, 2-4 tablespoons of green seasoning, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 2 teaspoons of salt, chopped hot pepper, chopped onion, and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic. Stir well to combine.

Add 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil to a large pot and heat it.

Add the chopped onions and hot pepper to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges become golden brown.

Add the seasoned chicken to the pot, raise the heat to high, and stir well.

Cover the pot and allow the chicken to cook on high heat for about 5 minutes.

After 5 minutes, check the color and flavor of the chicken; add more cumin powder if needed, stirring to combine.

Add 1 tablespoon of achar masala to the chicken, stirring to incorporate.

Reduce the heat to low and chop some scallions and kolancho; add them to the pot and stir.

Taste the dish for seasoning, adjusting with salt or spices as necessary. Raise the heat to high for a final minute of frying to enhance the flavors.

Remove from heat and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level: